Hmm. This is weird.

This morning Ivey skipped (figuratively) off to her first day of school.

It was so exciting.  We got up.  Switched gears with the nurse.  Gave meds.  Packed her book bag.  Packed feeding supplies.  Got frilly in a new dress picked out by her brothers.  Loaded up the car and off we went. 

This is going to be a great year.  Ivey has an awesome 'TEAM'. 

Right as we were heading out the door Knox asked if I thought the teacher would let him read a book to the class.  This was going to be interesting morning. So I said we'll ask - grab a book. 

Hmm.  I am positive his little mind envisioned his Pre-K classroom sitting in a circle eyes locked on him as he enthralled them with a story.  He wanted to read from a chapter book.  Deep breath. His world was about to widen - have more depth - define his character - develop understanding of another type of classroom. 

And after a little discussion - He brought back the Ten Little Ladybugs .....  our brailled edition - and you can actually feel each individual ladybug. 

He was so excited to meet Ivey's new friends.  Thank you Beth.  Watching him read was the best part of the morning. 

But the other best part of the morning - watching Ivey grin (do you see that grin?!) as she heard Ms. Charlotte's voice. 

And I think she was utterly exhausted and happy to be home with her brothers at the end of the day.  Ms. Charlotte said she signed for them all day.  Sweet brothers and sister.  They are special.  (The thumb did come out of her mouth during the day - just not the first thing this morning or once she was tired out, oh well.)

So next week all three birds will be back in school - Ivey is schedule to attend every day - very weird, very weird.

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